Franklin County Health Data

Franklin County, Indiana

Health Score

70/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

70

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Franklin County, Indiana

Franklin leads on lifespan and wellness

At 76.6 years, Franklin County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 74.8 years. Just 15.9% report poor or fair health—below the national average of 17%—making Franklin one of Indiana's healthiest counties.

Above Indiana average in health metrics

Franklin's 76.6-year life expectancy ranks well above Indiana's 75.1-year state average by 1.5 years. At 15.9% in poor/fair health, Franklin outperforms the state, positioning it among the healthiest counties in Indiana.

Strong showing in east-central Indiana

Franklin's 76.6-year life expectancy ranks second in its region, trailing only Dubois (77.8) by 1.2 years. The county's 15.9% poor/fair health rate is among the best regionally, suggesting effective healthcare delivery and community health practices.

Good primary care, thin mental health layer

Franklin offers 70 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, above regional average, but only 35 mental health providers per 100,000—the lowest among its peer counties. At 7.3% uninsured, Franklin is just below Indiana's 8.4% state average, ensuring reasonable coverage.

Franklin's health edge requires full coverage

Franklin County's strong health outcomes depend on residents having access to care—especially mental health services, which are limited locally. Make sure you're covered by checking healthcare.gov or contacting your health department, so you can access care when needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Franklin County, IN?
Franklin County has a health score of 70/100, rated "Average." It ranks #13 out of 92 counties in Indiana (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Franklin County?
Life expectancy in Franklin County is 76.6 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Franklin County above the state average.
How does Franklin County health compare to the Indiana average?
Franklin County's health score of 70/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Franklin County?
Key health factors for Franklin County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (70:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 35:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Franklin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 70/100 ("Average"), Franklin County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Franklin County healthier than the Indiana average?
Franklin County's health score of 70/100 exceeds the Indiana average of 54/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.